B11

Primary schools in London are trying out an ambitious plan through which young children get an introduction to serious music. The idea
comes from a group of famous musicians who are concerned about the survival of certain types of classical music.

SURVIVE

B12

They see the plan as one possible solution to the problem of declining audiences at classical concerts.

SOLVE

B13

Their argument is that an interest in classical music should be developed­ in early childhood.  

ARGUE

B14

They reject the idea that children are interested in serious music or necessarily find it boring.

INTEREST

B15

The group goes into a school and gives a live performance of a short classical piece and then this is followed by an explanation of how the instruments work.

PERFORM

B16

These sessions have proved so successful that they have now become a regular feature in some schools.

SUCCESS